Welcome to the "Veggies Abroad Vegan Travel Podcast," hosted by Rebecca Gade Sawicki, where ethical travel meets activism. In this episode, Rebecca dives into the intersection of vegan-friendly travel and animal welfare with Sara Santos from the Humane League. They discuss using travel as a tool for good, advocating for corporate accountability, and improving animal welfare in the food industry. Key moments include insights into the Humane League's Open Wing Alliance program, addressing cage-free commitments, and holding companies accountable for animal welfare standards. The episode underscores the importance of conscious consumerism and the power of individual actions in driving positive change.

Key Takeaways:

The Humane League's Open Wing Alliance program aims to end chicken abuse worldwide through corporate relations and public campaigns.

Companies must be held accountable for their cage-free commitments to reduce hen suffering globally.

Conscious consumerism and public pressure play crucial roles in driving corporate accountability and improving animal welfare standards.
Travellers can use their purchasing power to support companies prioritizing animal welfare and sustainability.
Collaboration between activists, consumers, and companies is essential for creating meaningful change in the travel and food industries.

You can find out more about The Humane League at http://www.thehumaneleague.org/

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